Gaja - Costa Russi 1996

The Barbaresco “Costa Russi” is an emblematic label of Angelo Gaja, the interpretation of an exclusive terroir according to an intimately personal and absolutely original vision, which entered the denomination only starting from the 2013 vintage. The winery which in a brazenly innovative way has put under discussion a production system tested by the historic Langhe tradition, presents here a pure Nebbiolo composed of power and evolution, one of those wines to be enjoyed once in a lifetime.

“Costa Russi” originates from the parcel of the same name that Angelo Gaja takes care of impeccably within one of the prestigious Additional Geographical Mentions that extend over the territory of the municipality of Barbaresco. The Roncagliette cru is vast and complex, rare and difficult to interpret, yet absolutely esteemed and very suitable, located to the south of the town and on the border with the Tanaro valley. The western coast, i.e. the slope of the hill that descends towards the river, with southern exposure and an average altitude of 230 meters above sea level, took its name from the old owner of the land, known as "il Russi". The vines, which have reached the venerable age of 65 years, are harvested by hand and the bunches selected already during the harvesting phase. The vinification phases involve patient participation of the oak: after a 12-month maturation in barrique, the Nebbiolo refines for a further 12 months in large barrels.

“Costa Russi” by Gaja has an intense garnet color with bright orange reflections. Intriguing and complex on the nose, it offers varied dark fruity and floral sensations, including blackberry, plum and violet, with more acidic touches of red berries, to then open up a toasted range on hints of coffee powder and chocolate, embellished with mentholated balsamic notes. The sip is full and full-bodied, but with an inexhaustible mineral refinement, accompanied by lively tannins and a soft tendency elegantly supported by continuous freshness. Infinite persistence, like the idea of ​​its evolution.

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